Wastewater Operator - Southbridge, MA

Jacobs; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our team in Southbridge, MA, performing operations and maintenance at a wastewater treatment plant. Youll contribute to efficient plant performance through preventive maintenance, sample collection, and accurate reporting.

Youll need hands-on plant experience, a solid safety mindset, and the ability to use MS Office and CMMS tools. A Class II certification or the ability to obtain it within 3 years is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a wastewater treatment facility.
• Commitment to sound safety principles and practices.
• Ability to use spreadsheets and word processing; enter data into CMMS.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment plant equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and sample collection.
• Prepare reports and conduct laboratory testing as needed.
• Record shift activities and adjust processes to meet targets.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Safety practices

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Class II wastewater operator certification (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SCADA systems

PLC knowledge

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our team in Southbridge, MA where you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. In this role, you’ll perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. You’ll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance, establishing and maintaining effective sample procedures of plant operations and effluent, and providing effective solutions to complex challenges that may arise. You’ll diagnose operating problems, make process control adjustments, direct and perform necessary corrective action. You’ll also prepare reports, collect samples, perform laboratory testing, determine proper chemical flow rates, maintain shift logs and perform other duties as required.

Travel & Driving

• As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work‑related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Experience operating a wastewater treatment facility
• Experience with sound safety principles and practices
• Experience with computer operations with the ability to prepare spreadsheets and word processing documents, and enter information into maintenance management system
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Possess or able to obtain a Class II wastewater operator certification within 3 years of hire
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision
• Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $44,300.00 to $57,600.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on September 15, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.